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Seller Inspection Checklist
-to use in preparation for your home inspection
From your friends atHomeinspectioncarolina.com
704-542-6575

Please note: More than likely the buyers will come to
the inspection. Please have house clean. Don’t leave
dishes in the sink, pans in the oven or cars in the garage.
Also change all filters prior to the inspection. Consider
having something (water) for buyers to drink. Leave
your # for inspector if he has any questions about the
operation of your home

GENERAL
1.______All Utilities turned on.
2.______ Access clear to electrical panel, crawl space,
Attic space and garage walls
3.______Please remove or put up pets
Exterior
4. ______Make sure water drains away from the
House (downspout and splash blocks away from house)
5.______Fix any loose shingles or nail pops on the roof
6_______Clean gutters and clear downspouts
7._______Check wood trim joints for softness and caulk
8._______Check any steps for loose bricks or wood
9._______Check any handrail for looseness
10.______If there is a deck check for weathering wood
11. ______Check to make sure there is no wood or
fallen insulation is on the ground under either.
12. ______Make sure hose bibs aren’t loose or leaking
13._______Add anti-siphon attachment to hose bib if it
doesn’t have one.
Garage
14.______Check auto reverse on automobile door
15. ______Check garage walls for termite (mud) tubes
16. ______Clear items off garage walls.
17. ______Make sure fire rating (drywall is not
compromised
INTERIOR
18.______Check all window for opening and closing
19. ______Check all windows that he stay up on their own
20._______Check all windows for broken seals / cracks
21._______Check all outlet covers for loose or missing
22._______Make sure all doors open and close without rubbing
23._______Check walls and doors for punctures from door
handle or from door stop
24._______Check ceiling fans on all 3 speeds for wobbling
25. _______Check and replace all burned out light bulbs.
26. _______Consider getting carpet cleaned and re-stretched if
needed.
27._______Check for and fix any holes/nail pops in walls/ceiling
Kitchens and Bathrooms
28.________Fill all sink basins, drain, check for leaks
29.________Check disposal and dishwasher
30.________Check cabinets for looseness and rubbing
31.________Check that all burners and elements work on stove
an oven
32.________Check counter and splash block for needed caulking
33.________Check for loose tiles
34.________Check the toilet for cracks or loose/rocking toilets
35.________Check flush and supply and the toilet cuts off
36. ________Make sure hot and cold aren’t reversed (hot is on
left)
37.________Check all faucets for water pressure. Try cleaning out
aerators/screens
38. ________Check laundry connection for leaks
39._________Check water heater (TPR valve two) for leaks
40._________Check for tripped or missing breakers.

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<>Charlotte home inspector Preston Sandlin was recently on WBT radio “You”re Real Estate Today Show” talking about prparing your house for showing and preparing your home for the home inspection. Today they are talking about rplacing burned out bulbs.

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Charlotte home inspector Preston Sandlin explains the problems with galvanized pipes. Galavanized pipes rust from the inside and cause the pipes to constrict restricting the water flow. In older homes you might see a reduced water flow and some rusty water. It usually happens to the hot water first. If you have any questions about galvanized pipes or home inspections please call Home Inspection Carolina.

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Single strand aluminum wiring was used during the time of the Vietnam War. The problem with this wiring that was used in the 60′s and early 70′s is that it will heat up and arc where it is connected. They could also heat up and create a fire hazard because the breaker wouldn’t trip. There are fixes for single strand that mostly involve some type of pigtailing. If you have any questions about aluminum wiring or home inspection please give us a call (704) 542-6575

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If your house was built in the 80′s there is a really good chance you have polybutylene piping. In this video Charlotte NC home inspector Preston Sandlin explains the problems associated with polybutylene plumbing and some possible remedies for it as well. If you have any polybutylene questions or home inspection questions please call Home Inspection Carolina 704-542-6575

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Have you ever wondered what termite damage looked like? Have you wondered if your house might have termites. Watch this video by Charlotte home inspector Preston Sandlin of Home Inspection Carolina to learn all about termites and termite damage.

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If you have high moisture in your crawl space typically characterized by a moisture level of over 20% you have to get that moisture level down. There are two schools of thought on that; Ventilated vs. sealed crawl space. In this video Charlotte home inspector Preston Sandlin explaint the two schools of thought on getting rid of the moisture in your crawl space and when you should apply each one

<>http://www.homeinspectioncarolina.com Do you you need to replace the toilet seat or lid on your toilet. It’s not that hard but there are some steps involved that. Watch this video to see what you need to do. If you have any questions about replacing a toilet seat or home inspection questions call Home Inspection Carolina 704-542-6575 http://www.askthecharlotteinspector.com

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Mold Information
This is the EPA site about mold. It includes the different types of molds in the health risks that they pose.

Polybutylene Pipe Information
This is a site in which you can find more information about polybutylene piping. Polybutylene piping has been known to have a higher failure rate than other types of approved plumbing. To find out some of the problems associated with polybutylene piping

Radon Information
This is the EPA’s website which has a lot of useful information about radon, radon inspections, and health risk involved with radon.